How Others Influence Our Food Behaviors
Episode description
In this episode, Michelle and Nicki are back for Season 2 to discuss the impact that people and situations around us can have on our eating behaviors. Specifically on vacation and holidays, how do we navigate these pressures and situations in order to prioritize our health and nutrition goals/ concerns?
They discuss:
- The influence of culture and family on our eating habits during holidays
- How to best prepare yourself to feel great nutritionally on vacation
- Navigating both emotionally safe and unsafe family dynamics around food
- Feeling disengaged from your body during group eating
- People pleasing vs. prioritizing your own health needs
- Tips for dealing with (and preparing for) all of the above!
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Timestamps:
(5:52) Experiencing chronic illness symptoms in social situations
(6:00) How to best support chronic illness warriors in your life
(13:10) People pleasing vs. prioritizing your own health
(20:47) How other people’s comments/ behaviors influence our eating habits
(28:22) Ways to feel good on vacation & while traveling
(34:10) Navigating social events
(42:25) Advice for those who don’t feel emotionally safe around holidays
(54:34) Strategies to use in social situations